Description
This Keto Cream Cheese Noodles recipe offers a creamy, low-carb alternative to traditional pasta dishes. Using keto-friendly noodles such as zucchini, shirataki, or palmini noodles, this dish combines rich cream cheese, butter, and Parmesan to create a luscious sauce seasoned with garlic and onion powder. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick, satisfying keto meal.
Ingredients
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Noodles
- 1 package of keto-friendly noodles (e.g., zucchini noodles, shirataki noodles, or palmini noodles)
Sauce
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the noodles: If using zucchini noodles, spiralize the zucchini into noodles. For shirataki or palmini noodles, rinse and drain them according to package instructions to remove excess water and odor.
- Melt the butter: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter evenly.
- Soften the cream cheese: Add the softened cream cheese to the skillet and cook while stirring occasionally until the cream cheese fully softens and combines with the melted butter.
- Make the sauce: Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook the mixture over low heat until it becomes smooth, creamy, and well blended.
- Toss the noodles in the sauce: Add the prepared noodles to the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat them with the creamy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the noodles to heat through and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Serve and garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and serve the noodles hot. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired for added freshness and color.
Notes
- For zucchini noodles, avoid overcooking to keep them firm and prevent sogginess.
- Shirataki noodles require thorough rinsing and draining to improve taste and texture.
- This recipe is easily adaptable for other keto-friendly noodles you prefer.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or basil enhance flavor and presentation but are optional.
- To reduce carbs further, avoid using heavy cream and opt for unsweetened almond milk, though sauce texture will change.
